ABOUT THIS PRODUCT: Hatsukokoro Kurouchi Santoku 180mm
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Blade Length
180 mm
Total Length
325 mm
Steel
Aogomi (Blue #2)
Handle
Wenge
Ferrule
Buffalo Horn
Rockwell
61-63
Height Spine to heel
48 mm
Width at Spine
3 mm
Weight
179 grams
Hatsukokoro brings in masters of smithing, sharpening, and handle making to ensure quality, and a high attention to detail on their knives, so you know that you will be getting an amazing work knife. At the price these Kurouchi finish knives are a must have workhorse for any kit, the blue #2 steel will take an amazing edge, while being slightly more durable and rust resistant than a White steel (but we still wouldn’t push our luck). The dark octagonal wood handle looks great with the rustic style of the blade, making it as much a show piece as a work knife.
Santoku translates to three virtues. Meat, fish, and vegetables, or slicing, dicing, and chopping. No matter what way you look at it, it implies the versatility of the knife. While you sacrifice some of the slicing capability of a larger gyuto, don't be fooled by its size, the santoku can get 99% of your kitchen tasks done without breaking a sweat, which is probably why its the most popular shape in Japanese home kitchens.
This Knife is made from 3 layers of material; A layer of iron on each side protecting a layer of carbon steel at the core, in a process referred to as Sanmai or forge welding. Iron and carbon steel are both susceptible to rust and must be kept dry and clean at all time’s to avoid oxidation and discolouration.
Simply wipe the knife with a damp cloth immediately after use.
Wash with regular dish soap and warm water using a none abrasive sponge or cloth.
Never put your knife in the dishwasher! The extreme heat will ruin the wooden handle.
Highly acidic ingredients (Onions, Tomatoes, Citrus) Will cause rust and oxidation to happen faster, thus the user must ensure the knife is wiped clean immediately after working with such an ingredient.
Should any rust form it can be removed using a rust eraser or a mixture of Baking soda and water to simply scrub it clean.
Avoid Bones, Frozen foods, nuts and hard candies or anything other than fruits, vegetables and proteins.
The knife is incredible balanced and sharp. Great flexible knife for use in the kitchen. Alongside the knife we had a fantastic customer service experience helping with an unfortunate delivery system. They responded professionally, and we will be buying from them again in future!
Thanks
Richard R.
I'm really pleased with my new Santoku knife. It's striking raw finish really stands out as a talking piece and it's very comfortable in the hand. From the start, the blade is impressively sharp and after slicing through whole pineapples, the edge still holds up well. At 180mm, the length is the perfect size for an all-round knife and I'm thrilled to add this to my kitchen collection.
Brock H.
Do not buy for professional use. I work as a sushi chef, black coating came off the first time I washed it using a gentle scrub brush, I’ve only had the knife for 3 months and the blade has already popped out of the handle. Handle has started deteriorating and resin coating is coming off. Probably good as a home use only knife only but definitely not heavy duty use. Waste of money.
ron r.
It was given as a gift to a chef in Vancouver.. he loves it. But I can't show a picture....
Jesse B.
Love the feel, quality of the steel, and it comes razor sharp right out of the box.
Brenden M.
Beautiful craftsmanship! And razor sharp out of the box this knife glides through anything your cutting and makes light work of all prep in the kitchen
Jason J.
I gotta say,it's the best looking one on my rack. The layers on the blade with that beautiful handel. Carbon steel with iron clad. The price was reasonable too. You really get what you pay for on this one.
Jeanette S.
The knife cuts so nice and smooth! Makes my cooking easier
Nick M.
The knife is incredible balanced and sharp. Great flexible knife for use in the kitchen. Alongside the knife we had a fantastic customer service experience helping with an unfortunate delivery system. They responded professionally, and we will be buying from them again in future!
Thanks
Richard R.
I'm really pleased with my new Santoku knife. It's striking raw finish really stands out as a talking piece and it's very comfortable in the hand. From the start, the blade is impressively sharp and after slicing through whole pineapples, the edge still holds up well. At 180mm, the length is the perfect size for an all-round knife and I'm thrilled to add this to my kitchen collection.
Brock H.
Do not buy for professional use. I work as a sushi chef, black coating came off the first time I washed it using a gentle scrub brush, I’ve only had the knife for 3 months and the blade has already popped out of the handle. Handle has started deteriorating and resin coating is coming off. Probably good as a home use only knife only but definitely not heavy duty use. Waste of money.
ron r.
It was given as a gift to a chef in Vancouver.. he loves it. But I can't show a picture....
Jesse B.
Love the feel, quality of the steel, and it comes razor sharp right out of the box.
Brenden M.
Beautiful craftsmanship! And razor sharp out of the box this knife glides through anything your cutting and makes light work of all prep in the kitchen
Jason J.
I gotta say,it's the best looking one on my rack. The layers on the blade with that beautiful handel. Carbon steel with iron clad. The price was reasonable too. You really get what you pay for on this one.
Jeanette S.
The knife cuts so nice and smooth! Makes my cooking easier
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